Hands-On Filmmaking and Acting Programs
NYFA’s study abroad programs in Filmmaking and Acting for Film offer adventurous, ambitious students the chance to broaden their horizons as they develop their identity as artists. By studying at one of NYFA’s international locations, students immerse themselves in a truly cross-cultural educational experience and challenge themselves academically and artistically while building a network of other creatives from around the world.
Through our innovative curriculum and methodology of learning-by-doing, students build vital skills in communication, collaboration, and visual storytelling. This process also helps students develop essential transferable skills. In our programs, students focus on creating short films and video content for their reels.
NYFA offers study abroad programs available at our NYFA Florence as well as satellite locations in Paris and Beijing and Greater China.
Programs
NYFA offers short-term or semester-long study abroad programs in Filmmaking and Acting for Film. Designed for aspiring visual storytellers, these programs are focused and intensive, requiring participants to work with self-discipline, energy, and commitment. All of NYFA’s programs are taught in English. Our programs are offered during the academic year and in the summer.
- Florence, Italy
- Florence, Italy
- New York City
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- Florence, Italy
- New York City
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- Florence, Italy
- New York City
- Los Angeles
- Florence, Italy
- New York City
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- New York City
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- Florence, Italy
- New York City
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- Florence, Italy
- New York City
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- Florence, Italy
- New York City
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- Florence, Italy
Faculty
NYFA’s faculty are all working professionals who are experienced filmmakers and actors. Because of NYFA’s small class sizes, students will benefit from the direct mentorship and guidance of instructors.
Eligibility
Annually, dozens of U.S. college and university students choose to study on a NYFA Study Abroad program as well as students from around the world. Students over the age of 18 and who have graduated secondary school are eligible to apply to NYFA’s short-term adult programs.*
Currently enrolled NYFA students interested in NYFA study abroad should confer with their academic advisors.
*If you are interested in one of NYFA’s teen programs (14 – 17), please visit the site here.
To learn if your school has a specific articulation agreement with NYFA Study Abroad, please contact: studyabroad@nyfa.edu.
Study Abroad Partnerships
Below is a list of higher education institutions that have agreements with NYFA. Through these partnerships, their students can participate in short-term or semester programs at any of our locations while earning transferable U.S. regional academic credits.
NYFA Locations Available to Students
Florence, Italy
Programs Available
- Short-Term Summer Programs
- Spring and Fall Semester Programs
Housing
Housing is offered through ISA Abroad.
Scholarships
Speak with your advisor at ISA Abroad
Requirements
Speak with your advisor at ISA Abroad
How to apply
Speak with your advisor at ISA Abroad
Locations Available to Students
- Florence, Italy
- New York, NY
- Los Angeles, CA
- Miami, FL
Programs Available
- Short-Term Study Abroad / Study Away Programs
- Semester Study Abroad / Study Away Programs
- Short-Term Internship Programs
- Semester Internship Programs
Housing
Students can explore NYFA’s available housing options here.
Scholarships
Speak with your advisor at Endicott College.
Requirements
Speak with your advisor at Endicott College.
How to apply
Speak with your advisor at Endicott College.
Locations Available to Students
- Florence, Italy
- New York, NY
- Los Angeles, CA
- Miami, FL
Programs Available
- Short-Term Study Abroad / Study Away Programs
- Semester Study Abroad / Study Away Programs
Housing
Students can explore NYFA’s available housing options here.
Scholarships
Speak with your advisor at Hampton University.
Requirements
Speak with your advisor at Hampton University.
How to apply
Speak with your advisor at Hampton University.
Locations Available to Students
- Florence, Italy
- New York, NY
- Los Angeles, CA
- Miami, FL
Programs Available
- Short-Term Study Abroad / Study Away Programs
- Semester Study Abroad / Study Away Programs
Housing
Students can explore NYFA’s available housing options here.
Scholarships
Speak with your advisor at UMES.
Requirements
Speak with your advisor at UMES.
How to apply
Speak with your advisor at UMES.
Locations Available to Students
- Florence, Italy
- New York, NY
- Los Angeles, CA
- Miami, FL
Programs Available
- Short-Term Study Abroad / Study Away Programs
- Semester Study Abroad / Study Away Programs
Housing
Students can explore NYFA’s available housing options here.
Scholarships
Speak with your advisor at ESLSCA
Requirements
Speak with your advisor at ESLSCA
How to apply
Speak with your advisor at ESLSCA
Locations Available to Students
- Florence, Italy
- New York, NY
- Los Angeles, CA
- Miami, FL
Programs Available
- Short-Term Study Abroad / Study Away Programs
- Semester Study Abroad / Study Away Programs
Housing
Students can explore NYFA’s available housing options here.
Scholarships
Speak with your advisor at University of Kent
Requirements
Speak with your advisor at University of Kent
How to apply
Speak with your advisor at University of Kent
For students seeking to earn academic credit, NYFA is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). New York Film Academy is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, Alameda, CA 94501, 510.748.9001. Learn more
As the acceptance of transfer credits is always governed by the receiving school, NYFA makes no representation that credits awarded by NYFA will be accepted or applied toward the completion of any degree or certificate by any other postsecondary institution. Students should confirm credit policies at their institution.
To get more information on studying abroad for transferable credit and see a full list of eligible international locations and programs, email studyabroad@nyfa.edu.
Students that meet the application requirements have the option to receive a regionally accredited transcript, offering transferability of credits after successfully completing their NYFA program.
Credits are awarded in the following scale:
• 1-Week Workshops Carry 1 Credit
• 3-Week Workshops Carry 2 Credits
• 4-Week Workshops Carry 3 Credits
• 6-Week Workshops Carry 4 Credits
• 8-Week Workshops Carry 6 Credits
• 12-Week Semester Program Credits Vary by Subject & Location